Xalatan

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Xalatan

DRUG DESCRIPTION

Latanoprost is a prostaglandin F2α analogue. Its
chemical name is isopropyl-(Z)­7[(1R,2R,3R,5S)3,5-dihydroxy-2-[(3R)-3-hydroxy-5-phenylpentyl]cyclopentyl]-5­heptenoate.
Its molecular formula is C26H40O5 and its
chemical structure is:

Latanoprost is a colorless to
slightly yellow oil that is very soluble in acetonitrile and freely soluble in
acetone, ethanol, ethyl acetate, isopropanol, methanol, and octanol. It is
practically insoluble in water.

XALATAN (latanoprost ophthalmic
solution) 0.005% is supplied as a sterile, isotonic, buffered aqueous solution
of latanoprost with a pH of approximately 6.7 and an osmolality of
approximately 267 mOsmol/kg. Each mL of XALATAN contains 50 micrograms of
latanoprost. Benzalkonium chloride, 0.02% is added as a preservative. The
inactive ingredients are: sodium chloride, sodium dihydrogen phosphate
monohydrate, disodium hydrogen phosphate anhydrous, and water for injection.
One drop contains approximately 1.5 mcg of latanoprost.

What are the possible side effects of latanoprost ophthalmic (Xalatan, Xalatan Multi-Pack)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using latanoprost ophthalmic and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

What are the precautions when taking latanoprost ophthalmic (Xalatan)?

Before using latanoprost, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as preservatives like benzalkonium chloride), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: an active swelling process within the eye (e.g., iritis, uveitis).